Matthias von Erfurt

Komtur Matthias von Erfurt (1224-12??) was a komtur of the Knights Teutonic who was recruited in 1251 by Hochmeister Gunther the Chivalrous.

Biography
Matthias von Erfurt was from the city of Erfurt in Saxony, central Germany. He proved himself a dedicated member of the Teutonic Order, with his skill and potential drawing the attention of his superiors. He joined the upper echelon of the order in 1251, under the supervision of Gunther the Chivalrous. He took Hrodna from the Lithuanians in 1258 and Lida in 1260, and gained experience in his campaigns in the Northern Crusades.